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Butcher

 
Background
Butchers prepare and sell meat products in shops, markets, or for restaurants and catering companies. They use sharp knives and specialist equipment to cut, trim, and portion meat from carcasses into steaks, chops, joints, and other cuts. Butchers also need good customer service skills, knowledge of different meat types, and understanding of food safety and hygiene regulations.
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Publications
The Butcher's GuideMeat Trade Journal
Books
The Whole Beast: Nose to Tail EatingThe Butcher's Guide to Well-Raised Meat
Movies
The Butcher's CutButchers: BloodSweat and Cleavers
Key Figures
Fergus HendersonTom AikensJack Monroe
Classification
SIC Code5147, 0The Standard Industry Code
Dewey Reference641.65, 664.9For looking up books in your local library
Synonyms
Meat CutterMeat ProcessorButchery Assistant
Last Updated: Thursday, May 7th, 2026
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